Global Development

What will the world look like in 2035? And how can we prepare for the seismic shifts already underway? GLOBAL FORESIGHT 2035 is a sweeping, strategic exploration of the geopolitical and geoeconomic developments that will define the coming decade. Written with analytical clarity and grounded in rigorous scenario planning, this timely volume by Conan Taggert charts a dynamic future shaped by the interplay of climate change, technological disruption, population pressures, shifting alliances, and rising regional powers. From the tensions reshaping NATO and the multipolar ambitions of BRICS to ...

"Cucumbers Have Thorns and Snakes Love Strawberries" is masterfully written. It is a non-fiction with the warmth and laughter of the 2016 hit series "This Is Us," The emotional journey of "The Color Purple" (Alice Walker), and the triumphant healing of "Chicken Soup for the Soul" (Jack Canfield). It is about the courageous journey of a father and daughter whose lives are torn apart after he suffers a freak accident while home on leave. The path his daughter takes leads to an unimaginable roller-coaster of life events. Readers face emotional breath stealing truths. Each page will keep you ...

Como soltar el pasado y liberarte del apego y dependencia emocional: Para superar la dependencia emocional debes aprender a comunicarte eficazmente, ser más consciente de ti mismo, practicar la atención plena, desarrollar un fuerte sentido de la autoestima y cuidarte física y mentalmente. Cómo identificar y desapegarte para siempre de una relación tóxica: Muchas veces estas en una relación tóxica y no te das cuenta hasta que ya es muy tarde y te cuesta más trabajo desapegarte emocionalmente de esa persona.

¿Quieres cerrar el cliclo con tu ex pareja? ¿Quieres desapegarte de esa persona y por fin tener un poco mas de paz emocional? Para superar la dependencia emocional debes aprender a comunicarte eficazmente, ser más consciente de ti mismo, practicar la atención plena, desarrollar un fuerte sentido de la autoestima y cuidarte física y mentalmente. Aunque no exista una fórmula única, existen ciertas cosas que puedes hacer para comenzar a cerrar ciclos. Algunas de ellas son cambiar tu entorno, cuidar tu cuerpo, hablar con tus amigos y familiares, y dejar de culparte.

As venture capitalist Alexandre Lazarow shows in this insightful and instructive book, this Silicon Valley "gospel" is due for a refresh - and it comes from what he calls the "frontier", the growing constellation of startup ecosystems, outside of the Valley and other major economic centers, that now stretches across the globe. The frontier is a truly different world where startups often must cope with political or economic instability and lack of infrastructure, and where there might be little or no access to angel investors, venture capitalists, or experienced employee pools.

How to Talk to Anyone is an introspective guide to mastering communication skills and improving social skills in the age of the global pandemic. This book will help you understand the reason why you struggle with interpersonal relationships and insecurities, providing you with proven methods and techniques that will help you overcome these issues.

International Relations and Foreign Policy Perspective Going to war and court is deadly, costly, time-consuming, painful and counterproductive. Cultivating mutual respect and building meaningful relationships for collaboration however is empowering, productive and profitable. Nations and regional allies therefore are embracing peace as a path to economic prosperity, development and growth. Alternative methods of dispute resolution, mediation, and arbitration are increasingly being pursued before dehumanizing others with different viewpoints and perspectives. The world in which we live is ...

From a long-time Alibaba executive and former special assistant to Jack Ma, this is the first book to articulate how Alibaba's unique culture and “tai chi” management principles are providing a business and economic development model for the rest of the world.

Educa a un niño feliz, seguro de sí mismo, afectuoso y respetuoso sin convertirte en un padre impulsivo. ¿Te enojas fácilmente con tu hijo? ¿Te molestas rápidamente por las pequeñas cosas? ¿Has tenido arrebatos en público? ¿Estás cansado de gritar en casa para que tus hijos obedezcan? ¡Descubre este método de crianza sin gritos y sin estrés!

¿No te gustaria ser un verdadero casanova moderno? Poder conquistar y seducir a cualquier mujer que se te antoje y hacerla tuya…entonces este libro es para ti. Aprende a ser un hombre irresistible y ten el poder de atraer a las mujeres con técnicas de seducción al estilo casanova.

Te entiendo es jodido enamorarse de una mujer casada, y ser el “segundo plato” pero uno no elige de quién se enamora. Mi consejo es que no dejes que oportunidad que pase, y si pasa y si realmente quieres a esa mujer, tienes que ser consiente que te espera una época larga de pasarlo mal, noches en vela, mirar el whatsaap constantemente para ver si te envía un saludo..., y no podrás contárselo a nadie, te lo tendrás que guardar para ti. Y siempre te quedará la sensación de por qué no la conocí antes.

¿Deseas saber cuáles son las red flags que nunca debes ignorar en una relación? ¿Quieres aprender a detectar las señales tóxicas en una relación? Y no caer en una relación emocionalmente inestable y dañina para ti, entonces este libro te caerá como anillo al dedo.

Want to break free from the past in a way that allows you to finally enjoy the present and dream big for the future? Are you always fighting an internal battle that no one else can see? What happens to us in our early years can have such a huge impact on the rest of our lives that it really isn’t possible to overstate things. But that’s not the message I want you to go away with having read this. There’s something else you need to know…

In this eye-opening, essential guidebook for the new world of work, John Winsor and Jin Paik, leaders at the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard, show how the massive reset of the pandemic allowed talented workers everywhere to exit their jobs without leaving the workforce. Now some are freelancing for multiple companies or starting small businesses, leaving hiring managers scratching their heads over a workforce gone AWOL. What's more, talent has more power than ever using platforms such as Freelancer.com, Fiverr, and Upwork, setting their own terms for work.

This is a short but comprehensive analysis of the UN's controversial program established in 1992 as a "sustainable development plan" for the entire world, for the 21st century. Its main points are coincidental to the "Communist Manifesto", issued by Karl Marx in 1848. It includes the abolition of all private property, banning inheritances, reducing the population, and the transfer of all resources into the hands of UN bureaucrats.

"Blueprint for Building a Successful Brand" by Arthur Harrison is an essential guide for creators, influencers, startups, and businesses aiming to navigate the complex world of brand-building in the digital age. This book provides listeners with actionable insights into crafting a compelling brand identity, positioning themselves in a competitive market, and creating meaningful connections with their audiences.

This is a study of the leadership challenges faced by those working to advance global educational opportunities. The book discusses how the dramatic expansion in educational opportunities which has taken place over the last century was the result of a global movement committed to advancing freedom and equality. This movement is now challenged by an emerging populist strand which will simultaneously challenge the institutions of democracy, public education and higher education. This context calls for more intentional efforts to cultivate leadership which can take the global education ...

A fun yet factual guide to thriving not only in Silicon Valley but in the emerging Global Silicon Valley. Silicon Valley has become synonymous with big ideas, start-ups, and inventing the future. But today the magic of Silicon Valley has gone viral and global. From Austin to Boston, from Shanghai to Dubai, a Global Silicon Valley is emerging.

Americans are generous with their pocketbooks, but trying to make a difference and actually making a difference are two different things. Where Am I Giving? by New York Times best-selling author Kelsey Timmerman takes you on a journey to meet people who will inspire you to live a purpose-filled, generous life and make the greatest impact you can through your career, time, consumer dollars, and donations.

International Marketing: Principles and Practice. A management-oriented approach This innovative book provides a comprehensive introduction to international marketing and strategic marketing management. The book offers a clear and easy-to-understand overview of the latest developments in international marketing - in all aspects. The most important theoretical aspects are explained in an easily accessible way to facilitate the transfer of this knowledge into real decision-making situations. In addition, the book not only integrates all relevant aspects of international strategic and ...